Swell Bar
1539 Lincoln Ave, Alameda
(510) 263-8004
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Wow wow wow!
I came here to celebrate my friend's bday party with her friends. Everything was good until the bartender ruined it.
She insulted my best friend and her FAMILY. She was insulting other people and going around yelling at people. And the worst part is, She even made our precious bday girl cry because of her disgusting attitude.
She needs to be reprimanded and she needs to learn her lesson. I know this bartender and I've had issues with her in the past and I swallowed it with a grain of salt.
But because of what happened today, I have 0 respect for this person. Ill never ever go to a bar where she is working, period.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Nice spot for a late night drink with a nice pool table and juxbox
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
The OG swell bar was a classic dive bar, in the best way. Then it changed owners, they did a millennial gray renovation, got rid of most of the mermaids and added sports bar TV's. The opening weeks were rough, new bartender girlies looked barely old enough to drink, and were so drunk themselves they couldn't serve anyone, one was throwing up, and the other sat on the floor. They couldn't find anyone's cards to close out, didn't serve anymore drinks. A bar patron jumped in to help so we could get outta there. Also since the bouncer had been let go, a fight broke out. That was a few years ago.
Went there again, and was pleasantly surprised! Jukebox. And Long Drink, yay! Met the new owner, he's now personally involved, and not living far away. We had a lovely time, will come again.
I miss Irish pub
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
I don't go too bars but this place was nice for a whole in the wall and a quick meet up in back area. They have a dart game in the back that was fun to play. Also lots of board games. Also ppl can watch sports here. Drinks was nice. I had a glass of 🍷.
these guys are AMAZING. my bestfriend had a horrible 21st birthday party and these people went above and beyond to make it the best night ever. we made connections with the staff that i’ll never forget. I highly recommend this place to anyone who needs a good drink and some great conversation. 🩷
skip the Wally's bullshit and go here or anywhere else😂
The staff and guest are well mannered. It’s a great mature environment. The area is a safe place. It’s clean and the drinks are made with love. You won’t feel rushed.
How much you spend always depends on how much you feel like drinking.
Karaoke night was great
Cool bar, nice bartenders, good music on Tuesdays.
Restaurantji Recommends
Great vibes and music!!
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Great dive bar.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Greatest local on the island.
Atmosphere: 4
Service: 4
Bartenders learned my name first night and continue to catch up with me. They have real dart board, good music, and good crowds throughout the week. I bring dates here a couple times a month and always have a good time. Do it.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Karoake tonight. Pretty cool vibe and people seem to be having a good time.
Atmosphere: 4
Service: 5
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